Booking Holdings
Booking Holdings Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a global leader in the online travel and related services industry. Founded in 1997, the company has evolved significantly, with key milestones including the acquisition of renowned brands such as Booking.com, Priceline, and Kayak. Operating primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia, Booking Holdings offers a diverse range of services, including hotel reservations, car rentals, and travel packages. Its core products stand out for their user-friendly interfaces and extensive inventory, catering to millions of travellers worldwide. With a strong market position, Booking Holdings consistently ranks among the top players in the online travel sector, recognised for its innovative technology and commitment to customer satisfaction. The company continues to shape the future of travel, making it a pivotal force in the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Booking Holdings's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Booking Holdings's score of 53 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Booking Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Booking Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 276,308,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,785,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 162,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 272,361,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses categories such as purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commuting. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. In the near term, Booking Holdings has pledged to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 95% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, it aims to cut Scope 3 emissions by 50% within the same timeframe. For the long term, the company plans to maintain at least a 95% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2030 through 2040 and achieve a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2040. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Booking Holdings' commitment to addressing climate change within the hospitality and tourism sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,372,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 47,963,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Booking Holdings is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
